Mardi Himal Trek

Mardi Himal Trek is a scenic trekking in the Annapurna region that offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountain range and takes you to Mardi Himal Base Camp in a short span of time. Mardi Himal trek route has been open to trekkers since 2012 but has rapidly gained popularity. Mardi Himal Base Camp is located to the east of Annapurna Base Camp and close to Pokhara. The trek also offers an opportunity to explore the transitional villages, infinite and cultural diversity, amazing views of the mountains and the alluring views of the river. The trek goes through ancient rhododendron forests and takes you close to Mardi Himal. Trekking up to Mardi Himal Base Camp, you can see the most beautiful mountains Mardi Himal, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Ganga Purna, and Annapurna I.

There are many starting points for the Mardi Himal trek, but Kande and Dhampus phedi are the most popular. The trek itinerary is given below also starts from Dhampus phedi after 40 minutes drive from Pokhara. First, the steep trail leads up to the village of Dhampus, then on a flat and steep walk to Pothana (1950 m) and then to Deurali (2100 m). There is a right turn in Deurali sign posted “Forest Camp” the trail is through the jungle, at first up then undulating on the top of a ridge, there is a section just over half way where the trail drops steeply and then slowly gains height and then back onto the ridge and into Forest Camp (2554 m).

This trekking trail is initially quite steep leaving Forest Camp but soon gets less steep as you again get up on the ridge. The trail leaves Low Camp in the jungle again, but the trees soon start getting smaller and after about an hour of trekking exits the jungle with spectacular views of Machchhapuchhre on the open ridge and Annapurna south to my left. It is possible to continue trekking along the ridge for 4 to 5 hours till Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500 m) and back to High Camp in about 4 hours.

This makes a long day trek but there is also a viewpoint about halfway, the amazing view can be seen from here. After that, we trek to the High Camp, then to the Low Camp, and then we proceed to Siddhing and Saidighatta. From Saidighatta, we drive back to Pokhara and the next day drives back to Kathmandu.

Basic teahouses/lodges are available throughout the trek, they provide accommodation and food for the trekkers. So you can go there easily by taking teahouse basis service. Go on Mardi Himal Trek and take footprints at Mardi Himal Base Camp within short trekking in Nepal.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu airport- transfer hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing and trek Preparation
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara (820 m) by tourist bus
Day 04: Drive to Dhampus Phedi and trek to Pothana
Day 05: Trek from Pothana to Forest Camp (2554 m)
Day 06: Trek to High Camp (3980 m)
Day 07: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500 m) and back to High Camp
Day 08: Trek from High Camp to Siding Village
Day 09: Trek from Siding Village to Saidighatta or Lumre then drive to Pokhara
Day 10: Drive to Kathmandu (1350 m) by tourist bus
Day 11: Drive to Airport for flying your own destination

PRICE INCLUDES:-

• Airport pick up and airport drop by private transportation
• Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (2 and above participants get twin sharing room in a 3-star standard hotel)
• Historical monument city sightseeing with a tour guide
• Historical monuments city sightseeing transportation by Non A/C Comfortable Vehicle
• Kathmandu sightseeing/monument visits Entrance fees
• Accommodation in Pokhara as per the itinerary with complimentary breakfast (2 and above participants get twin sharing room in a tourist standard hotel)
• Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu transportation by tourist bus
• Pokhara to Dhampus phedi transportation by private vehicle
• Lumre to Pokhara transportation by private vehicle
• Trekking accommodation in normal Trekkers lodge/Teahouse (2 and above participants get twin sharing room)
• Three time meals a day during the trekking Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner/Main course
• Dessert (Fresh Fruits/Chocolate) after dinner on behalf of the company
• One Experienced English-speaking, government licensed and ministry of tourism trained trekking guide and his food, accommodation, and salary.
• Porters carrying your luggage while trekking (Two guests get one porter carrying a maximum of 25 kg of luggage)
• Annapurna Conservation area project entry fee
• Trekker's Information Management system (TIMS) card
• Insurance for Nepalese staff (Trekking guide and Porters)
• Nepal Government taxes and office service charge
  
  

PRICE EXCLUDES:-

• Lunch and Dinner during the stay in Kathmandu
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• International and domestic air tickets
• Nepal visa fee
• Personal trekking equipment and Clothing
• Wire Transfer charge or Credit card service charge as company rule
• Alcoholic beverages, laundry, Telephone calls and all types of hot drinks in Trekking
• Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water etc
• Hot water, battery charge and hot shower charge during the trek (If need to pay)
• Personal nature expenses and Tipping (Tips)
• High risk medical / travel insurance and First aid kit
• Expenses resulting from delays beyond our control in case of weather, flight cancellations, or natural calamities
• Emergency rescue evacuation (if needed)
• Any other things not mentioned